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Did you know that improperly feeding hay can cause serious dental problems in guinea pigs? ???? In this video, I will tell you: How owners make mistakes when choosing or feeding hay Why pigs' teeth are constantly growing and how this is related to nutrition How to avoid expensive surgeries under anesthesia Take care of your pig's health - the right hay will save its teeth and your budget! ????✨ If you find problems with the teeth of your guinea pig, you should consult a veterinarian. Some dental problems in guinea pigs: Fractures of incisors and cheek teeth. They can be caused by falls from a height and other injuries. Malocclusion Excessively grown teeth. Elongated incisors can cause difficulties with feeding, especially when gnawing large pieces of food. Sharp spines on the teeth. They interfere with normal chewing of food, injure the cheeks and tongue. Infection of the roots of the teeth and dental abscesses. May occur due to infection. Symptoms of dental problems in guinea pigs: refusal to eat or sudden loss of appetite; preference for soft food; drooling; grinding of teeth; food falling out of the mouth; weight loss. Causes of dental problems in guinea pigs: Mechanical damage. For example, if there are no twigs and pebbles in the cage, the animal will sharpen its teeth on the metal bars. Improper diet. A lack of calcium is especially dangerous: with a deficiency of this element, teeth become weak and begin to decay. Congenital malocclusion. Can be inherited. Age-related changes. Older pigs may have problems with the back teeth associated with metabolic disorders. To prevent dental problems in guinea pigs, it is recommended to: feed your pet properly, combine soft and hard food, provide a full supply of vitamins and minerals; properly equip the cage to eliminate the possibility of falling; regularly file the teeth every 2-4 months throughout the life of the pig.